Teaching Assistant
- SEND Support
- Dorset
- Full Time
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Are you a patient, compassionate, and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding role in education? A school in Shaftesbury is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support their students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
About the School
A specialist school providing education and support to children and young people with a range of complex needs, including Autism, Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, and communication challenges. A nurturing and structured learning environment helps students develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping students overcome barriers to learning, supporting both their academic progress and emotional well-being.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
✅ Support students with their learning, social development, and emotional regulation.
✅ Assist teachers in delivering engaging, adapted lessons that meet individual needs.
✅ Work with students 1:1 and in small groups to provide tailored support.
✅ Help create a safe, structured, and encouraging learning environment.
✅ Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to support students’ holistic development.
What We’re Looking For
✨ A caring, patient, and resilient individual with a passion for working with young people.
✨ Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
✨ Strong communication and teamwork skills.
✨ A proactive and flexible approach to supporting students with complex needs.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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